Programs

The Ron Joyce Children's Health Centre is a new experience for children, youth, adults and families that we serve.

Every floor is designed specifically with each program in mind.

Our care is patient and family-centred care, meaning the care is focused on the needs of the children, youth, adults and families that we serve.

Programs for Children and Youth

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Located on level 4, this bright open space includes classrooms, lockers and cubbies to help teach children life and school skills, with access to kitchen training areas. Group rooms provide programs for parent support workshops. Inviting and quiet reading nooks are located at various areas, in a secure space. This Program is the regional resource for south-Central Ontario.

Autism Spectrum Disorder, also called ASD, is a neurological disorder that affects the way the brain works. Children with autism have challenges with social skills, communication and behaviours. The program provides assessment, treatment and consultation services to children ages 12 months to 18 years, as well as education and support for families and caregivers.

Located on level 3, this uplifting and calming space offers outpatient services to children and youth (from birth up to their 18th birthday) and their families, who are experiencing complex mental health needs in our community. Assessment, consultation and treatment services are provided by a specialized team of mental health professionals.

Located on level 2, this bright open space includes assessment and group rooms, theraputic and sports gyms, and a daily living suite to learn life skills. The kitchen offers an opportunity to learn about nutrition and preparing meals. The wide hallways create an opening feeling as well as allowing for easy movement.

Developmental Pediatrics and Rehabilitation cares for children, often through their lifetime, for many developmental, behavioural and physical disabilities. A range of services is offered to children from birth to age 18, including, for example, audiology services, cleft lip and palate program, technology access clinic, developmental programs and preschool communication services.

Located on level 1, this space offers wide hallways for easy movement, well planned out assessment and fitting rooms and the newest and most up-to-date technologies.

One of the largest programs of its kind in Canada, this program serves all ages and provides assessment, custom design, creation and fitting of prosthetic and orthotic devices. This includes artificial limbs, orthosis, braces, foot supports and custom helmets. The program offers a lifetime of care, from infants through adulthood. We serve Hamilton, Niagara, Haldimand, Brant, Norfolk, Burlington as well as Ontario.